More physical activity, more work engagement?:a Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1966 study

• Main Authors: Kiema-Junes, H. (Heli), Saarinen, A. (Aino), Korpelainen, R. (Raija), Kangas, M. (Maarit), Ala-Mursula, L. (Leena), Pyky, R. (Riitta), Hintsanen, M. (Mirka)
• Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
• Language: English
• Published: Wolters Kluwer 2022
• Subjects: Northern Finland
• Online Access: http://urn.fi/urn:nbn:fi-fe2022061045836

Abstract Objective: To examine the role of physical activity (PA) and sedentary behavior (SED) for work engagement. Methods: We used data from Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1966 Study (n = 3046 to 4356) to analyze self-reported weekly leisure-time physical activity (LTPA), daily leisure-time sitting time (LTST) and work engagement. PA and SED 24-hour were also measured with accelerometer for 14 days. The data were analyzed using linear regression analyses. Results: High self-reported LTPA and sports participation were associated with higher work engagement and its subdimensions. High self-reported ST was associated with lower work engagement, vigor, and absorption. Accelerometer-measured light PA was associated with higher work engagement and vigor, and accelerometer-measured steps were linked to higher vigor. Accelerometer-measured SED was associated with lower work engagement, vigor, and dedication. Conclusions: Self-reported and accelerometer-measured PA and SED may play a role in people’s work engagement.